If you’re hosting vegan guests
You’re looking for syrup waffles to share that are made without animal ingredients. Check the vegan label and the ingredients on the exact pack you’re buying.
Who is this choice relevant to?
If you’re buying syrup waffles for a group
You’ll want to know whether the pack contains enough for everyone. The weight and stated number of portions help you work this out in advance.
If you need to consider a milk allergy
A vegan label doesn’t automatically answer questions about allergens. Albert Heijn states that AH Terra Plant-Based Syrup Waffles may contain milk and lactose.
What should you look for when choosing?
Before sharing syrup waffles with vegan guests, first check whether the exact product is suitable and look for any allergen information. Then compare the pack size with the number of people you’re buying for.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Vegan suitability | Check the vegan label and ingredients on the exact pack; butter and milk are not vegan ingredients. | If you’re hosting vegan guests, you won’t want to serve syrup waffles made with butter. For around 42% of consumers, vegan suitability comes first. |
| How much there is to share | Check the net weight and the number of pieces or portions; Jumbo’s standard pack with 12 portions contains butter. | You’ll want enough syrup waffles for everyone, so look beyond the pack weight alone. For around 33% of consumers, pack size for sharing is the top priority. |
| Milk and allergens | Read the allergen information and check whether the product may contain milk, even if it is labelled vegan. | If you have a milk allergy, you’ll need to know whether milk may be present, even if the recipe is vegan. For around 25% of consumers, checking allergens is the most important consideration. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all syrup waffles are vegan
According to Jumbo, its standard Jumbo Syrup Waffles with Butter contain 25% butter. Albert Heijn also lists butter and milk in the Daelmans syrup waffles it sells.
Don’t rely on the product category or the size of the bag: check the vegan label and ingredients of the variety you’re buying.
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Confusing vegan with free from milk allergens
According to Albert Heijn, AH Terra Plant-Based Syrup Waffles are labelled vegan, but may contain milk and lactose.
If you have a milk allergy, also check the allergen information and any warning on the pack about the possible presence of milk.
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Relying on an old product listing
Jumbo lists its 315 g Vegan Syrup Waffles as no longer part of its online range.
Before you shop, check whether the variety you want is available. If you choose an alternative, check its ingredients and allergen information too.
Brands compared
AH Terra
Albert Heijn labels AH Terra Plant-Based Syrup Waffles as vegan.
- According to Albert Heijn, the pack contains 390 g and 10 portions.
- Albert Heijn also states that the product may contain milk and lactose.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists both a previous vegan variety and standard syrup waffles made with butter.
- According to Jumbo, its standard Syrup Waffles with Butter contain 468 g and 12 portions.
- The standard variety contains 25% butter and is not vegan. Jumbo lists its 315 g Vegan Syrup Waffles as no longer part of its online range.
Daelmans
The Daelmans syrup waffles listed by Albert Heijn contain 290 g and 10 pieces.
- The stated number of pieces makes it easy to plan how many packs you’ll need for your guests.
- According to Albert Heijn, this variety contains 8% butter and milk, so it isn’t suitable for a vegan purchase.
Sondey
Lidl’s wider Sondey range includes both syrup waffles and vegan biscuits.
- A Sondey syrup waffle may be worth a closer look while you’re shopping.
- The fact that other Sondey biscuits are vegan doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients in a specific syrup waffle; check its own label.
ALDI
ALDI lists standard syrup waffles in 378 g packs containing 12 pieces, as well as mini syrup waffles.
- The stated number of pieces in the standard pack helps you plan for sharing.
- According to ALDI, Heerlijck Banket Mini Syrup Waffles contain 25% butter and are not vegan. Check the label of any other variety separately.
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Frequently asked questions
Are large bags of syrup waffles always vegan?
No. Jumbo lists 25% butter in its standard Syrup Waffles with Butter, while the Daelmans variety listed by Albert Heijn also contains butter and milk. Check the vegan label and ingredients on the exact pack.
Can I choose a vegan syrup waffle if I have a milk allergy?
A vegan label alone isn’t enough to answer that. Albert Heijn states that AH Terra Plant-Based Syrup Waffles may contain milk and lactose, so check the allergen information on the pack as well.
How do I work out how many syrup waffles I need for guests?
Use the number of pieces or portions on the pack to work out how much you’ll need for your group. Albert Heijn lists 10 portions for its 390 g vegan AH Terra pack; Jumbo lists 12 portions for its standard 468 g pack, but that variety contains butter.
Should I read the label if the product page says it’s vegan?
Yes. When you buy it, check the ingredients and allergen information on the actual pack. The vegan label on AH Terra Plant-Based doesn’t override the separate statement that the product may contain milk and lactose.